CWC Chief Draughtsman Recruitment 2026 Notification - Summary
CWC Chief Draughtsman recruitment 2026 notification is the official employment circular issued by the Central Water Commission under the Ministry of Jal Shakti for 39 Chief Draughtsman vacancies on a deputation basis. Eligible drawing-cadre officers working in central or state government departments, union territories, and public sector undertakings can submit their application through proper channel before 28 December 2026.
This hiring fills Group B Gazetted technical posts across regional offices and headquarters. Engineering professionals looking for technical central openings can also check the CWC recruitment notification and the EIL recruitment notification.
CWC Chief Draughtsman recruitment 2026 overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting organization | Central Water Commission (CWC), Ministry of Jal Shakti |
| Post name | Chief Draughtsman (Drawing Cadre, Group B Gazetted) |
| Total vacancies | 39 posts (tentative) |
| Recruitment method | Deputation (including short-term contract) |
| Pay scale | Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400) |
| Educational qualification | Diploma in Draughtsmanship or Engineering in Civil or Mechanical trade |
| Experience requirement | Holding analogous post or 5 years regular service in Level-6 |
| Maximum age limit | 56 years on closing date |
| Application deadline | 28 December 2026 (60 days from publication) |
| Application mode | Offline through proper channel |
| Official website | cwc.gov.in |
Eligibility and service requirements
Candidates must fulfill these service and technical rules before applying:
- Officers must hold an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department, or have at least 5 years of regular service in posts in Pay Level-6.
- Applicants must possess a recognized diploma in draughtsmanship or engineering with practical experience in preparation of technical drawings and project layouts.
- The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation cannot exceed 56 years as on the closing date of application submission.
- The period of deputation ordinarily will not exceed 3 years, subject to central government deputation rules.
How to apply for CWC Chief Draughtsman recruitment
Follow these steps to submit the deputation application form:
STEP 1 – Visit the official website cwc.gov.in and open the Recruitment and Circulars section.
STEP 2 – Download the Chief Draughtsman notification circular and print the prescribed bio-data proforma on A4 paper.
STEP 3 – Fill in your personal details, service records, educational qualifications, and drawing experience in clear letters.
STEP 4 – Attach self-attested copies of your educational certificates, service records, and statement of work experience.
STEP 5 – Submit the completed proforma to your parent department or cadre controlling authority for verification.
STEP 6 – Make sure the parent department forwards your form along with APAR dossiers and vigilance clearance to CWC New Delhi before 28 December 2026.
